Have
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Author of 49 published children's books reveals
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Writing
For Children
This
section is devoted to articles about writing for
a children's market. Also, scroll down to enjoy
some free ebooks, courtesy of Write4Kids.
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(You can learn more about Writing
For Children at our sister-site,
Children's Fiction Factor)
A Crash Course in
Submitting a Manuscript
by
Laura Backes
While
the submission process may feel like second nature to
experienced writers, it's easy to forget that newcomers
aren't aware of the specific procedures. And since
everyone can benefit from a refresher course now and
then, here's a rundown of the steps:
Hook Your Readers
With Tension
by
Laura Backes
Tension. Without it, life would be--let's face it--boring.
So would fiction. Tension works with conflict to raise
the emotional level of the text to a boiling point. It
forces the reader to become invested in the story.
What Are Your
Chances Of Getting Published?
by
Laura Backes
Most beginning children's writers are curious about their
chances of ever seeing their work in print. What are your
chances?
Teaching Versus
Preaching
by
Laura Backes
When writing for children, it's very tempting to use
fiction as a vehicle for teaching important life lessons.
And while there's nothing wrong with this, the author's
desire to impart wisdom earned from years of experience
can easily become heavy-handed.
Writing in Rhyme
by
Laura Backes
Dr Seuss did it, and in the process changed the face of
the publishing industry and became a beloved household
name to children for several generations. So why do so
many editors say they don't want stories written in
rhyme?
Writing Book For
Kids Who (Think They) Hate to Read
by
Laura Backes
Let's face it - some kids just don't like to read! But if
you can work just three of the excellent elements Laura
offers in this article into your book, it will have a
good chance of being loved by all kids - even those for
whom reading is a chore!
Understanding
Children's Writing Genres
by Laura Backes
Laura offers a definitive glossary of children's
publishing genres.
Editing Secrets
by Laura Backes
Laura takes a look at what steps to take to make your
children's book GREAT!
Straight Talk About
Animals
By Laura Backes
Filling your children's book with talking animals made
easy!
Throw Obstacles at
Your Characters
by Laura Backes
Creating real, empathetic characters for children's books.
Characters and
Viewpoint
by Laura Backes
Telling your story from the right point of view can be
crucial to your story.
Turn Personal
Struggles into Books for Children
by Laura Backes
Creating something positive from a time of personal
crisis.
How Authors Get
Paid
by Laura Backes
How is the royalty income derived from a book sale? Find
out in this article.
Turning Ideas into
Books
by Laura Backes
How do you know if your amazing book idea really has what
it takes to become a novel-length work? This article
looks at expanding and making the best use of ideas!
Writing a
Bulletproof Article Query
by
Laura Backes
Most magazine editors prefer authors send them a query
letter rather than the entire article.
Free Ebooks available through Write4Kids:
(scroll to bottom of page for your freebies)
"Secrets of Writing Great Picture Books"
"How To Get Started Writing Children's
Books"
"The Art of Writing" by Robert
Louis Stevenson. Includes insights into the creation of
Treasure Island and much more."
"Career Starter Demo" Demo version
of our acclaimed beginner's guide to writing children's
books!"
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